The Scene Reacts To Loss Of Atlanta DJ/Producer Speakerfoxxx

Renowned DJ/producer Speakerfoxxx has unexpectedly passed away and the news has left many in the industry shaken and devastated.

Atlanta native Christen Nilan aka Nilan was described by some as “Queen of ATL.” Her notable credits include work with Terror Squad and Gangsta Boo, as well as her own debut mixtape Dopegirl Anthems. That’s only scratching the surface.

“Whether it’s dope ‘boy’ anthems or dope ‘girl’ anthems, what makes it an anthem isn’t a gender, race, class, or creed thing, it’s a lifestyle, an attitude, and a frame of mind,” Speakerfoxxx was quoted during a 2012 interview.

“Yes, I am a girl in a male-dominated industry, but guess what, I can hold my own in both. Being a boss has nothing to do with gender.”

Speakerfoxxx not only pursued her own ventures, but tirelessly supported countless others DJs and hip hop artists. From the sounds of it, Atlanta’s music scene is left with a huge void after her passing.

Read just some of the comments below and more on Speakerfoxxx via Creative Loafing. RIP.

Speakerfoxxx was that person to go out of her way anytime someone came thru ATL. To make them feel welcomed and supported..she did that for the entire DJ community too and even more so for other women in it. She was a light and an inspiration to us all. She truly will be missed

sending my love to @WE_ARE_HXV for all the energy and time invested into the safety our dear friend @SPEAKERFOXXX. what you did for her will never EVER be forgotten. you are loved and we will get through this.

This news of @SPEAKERFOXXX passing has me fucked up 🙁 Tons of love to @helloBOSCO@WE_ARE_HXV & literally all of Atlanta. She was so kind & put this city on her back, connected so many creatives in a truly self-less loving way. Huge loss </3

Man we lost a truly unique and bright light in our scene. RIP @SPEAKERFOXXX … everytime out of towners came to Atlanta you showed so much selfless love and care for them and your city. I had the pleasure of being one of those people. 💔

holy shit. i am so incredibly sad to hear about speakerfoxx. she did so much for me when i first started making music. one of my first shows was in atlanta, she came and DJed for me for free just to show me HOW to play a show. truly just a talented angel

You can’t spell Atlanta without Speakerfoxxx.. I know it doesn’t make sense but neither does this. There’s something special here that built a bond between all of us. She personifies that true to ATL love we all share. I’m jealous you’re eating Ria’s pancake special this Sunday.